Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 11, 2012. Mothers are cornerstones of our families and our communities. On Mother’s Day, we honor the remarkable women who strive and sacrifice every day to ensure their children have every opportunity to pursue their dreams. Our Nation first came together to celebrate Mother’s Day on May 11,[Read More…]
Day: May 11, 2012
Remarks by President Obama on Helping Responsible Homeowners
Reno, Nevada–(ENEWSPF)–May 11, 2012 – 12:00 P.M. PDT THE PRESIDENT: Well, good afternoon, everybody. (Applause.) And thank you for arranging a beautiful day. This is just a spectacular afternoon and I’m thrilled to be here. We all know how difficult these past few years have been for this country, but especially[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Victoria Nuland, May 11, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 11, 2012. Index for Today’s Briefing EGYPT Presidential Elections ALGERIA NDI Election Monitors PAKISTAN Haqqani Network / FTO Designations / On-Going Counterterrorism Dialogue with Pakistani Government Opening of Supply Routes / Continued Dialogue NATO SUMMIT Invitations / NATO-Israeli Cooperation MIDDLE EAST PEACE Secretary Clinton’s Conversation with Israeli Prime[Read More…]
Same-Sex Marriage Was Once A Christian Rite
I first caught wind of this research published in a 1980 book from a Facebook post to this site. Subsequently learned of John Boswell’s Christianity, Social Tolerance, and Homosexuality: Gay People in Western Europe from the Beginning of the Christian Era to the Fourteenth Century. Boswell outlines how same-sex unions[Read More…]
Jon Stewart Slams Time Magazine (Video)
The Daily ShowGet More: Daily Show Full Episodes,Political Humor & Satire Blog,The Daily Show on Facebook From February 2012. I was discussing this with a colleague at work today. Decided I wanted to watch it again. Enjoy.
Daughter Follows in Mother’s Footsteps at Lynn Sage Cancer Research Foundation
Mother-daughter pairs on board of directors carry on Lynn’s legacy Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–May 11, 2012. As a young girl, Stephanie Lieber remembers watching her mother and her friends sitting around their dining room table discussing how they could do something to honor their friend Lynn Sage who had recently died as a[Read More…]
Understanding Risk Factors and Recognizing Stroke Symptoms May Save Lives
Healthy lifestyle choices may reduce chance of having a stroke Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–May 11, 2012. Every 40 seconds someone in the United States has a stroke. Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death and the number one cause of adult disability in the country. While stroke often occurs without warning, understanding[Read More…]
Non-Surgical Procedure Offers Patients with Atrial Fibrillation Who Cannot Take Blood Thinners an Alternative for Stroke Reduction
Northwestern’s Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute is the first in Illinois to perform this innovative procedure Chicago–(ENEWSPF)–May 11, 2012. Patients with atrial fibrillation (A-fib) who cannot take blood thinners now have an alternative to reduce their risk of stroke, which is five times more common in people with the rhythm disorder. The[Read More…]
Planned Parenthood Asks Women ‘Have You Had a Checkup?’ During National Women’s Health Week
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–May 11, 2012. In recognition of National Women’s Health Week, May 13 – May 19, Planned Parenthood is urging women to prioritize and take charge of their health by scheduling a checkup with their health care provider. Monday, May 14, which marks National Women’s Checkup Day, provides the perfect[Read More…]
Most Metra Lines to Operate Normally During NATO Summit; Riders May Be Screened, Bags Searched
Safety restrictions and limited schedule changes in effect CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—May 11, 2012. Most Metra riders will not see service changes as a result of the NATO Summit on May 19-21, even most riders of the Metra Electric Line, which passes under the summit facility at McCormick Place. Overview Metra plans to[Read More…]